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Andrew Osterland

Andrew was a reporter on the InvestmentNews team from 2011 to 2013 before going on to become a freelance reporter. Connect with him here: @aoreport

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Athletes finish out of the money

From NFL star Terrell Owens to boxing legend Mike Tyson, too many professional athletes have gone from sudden wealth to financial ruin in a flash. What can advisers do to help protect sports stars and their assets?

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Berkowitz bets on Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac

Betting on Congress to do anything is about as risky a bet as you can make, but Bruce Berkowitz is willing to make it.

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Brokers, advisers facing uphill battle in finding new recruits

Attrition, retirement combine to keep reducing the number of active advisers. Is there fresh blood set to be injected into the workforce, or will this reduction continue?

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  • June 21, 2013

ARCP throws in the towel on Cole III bid

American Realty Capital Properties on Thursday announced it is abandoning its high-profile — and contentious — bid for Cole III.

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Genworth sale short list would be long list

A number of firms would likely be interested in buying Genworth's wealth management business — if it's on the block, that is.

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Asset managers who won $254M lottery making shrewd moves

Choosing a lump sum instead of annuity a smart decision, says estate expert; setting up trust protects heirs.

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HighTower back in the market

After 4Q hiatus, firm adds Philly-area team managing $650M in assets

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Raymond James buys Morgan Keegan

After months of speculation, Regions Financial finally sells Morgan Keegan. The price tag? A whopping $930 million. The buyer? Raymond James.

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Smith Barney bites the dust

It's official — management at Morgan Stanley has eighty-sixed the 'Smith Barney' name, rebranding the iconic brokerage as Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. What would John Houseman think?